Past Articles

Jan 14, 2009

Air-traffic controller fails drug test, convicted in court-martial

There's nothing like a nice cup of tea to relax, Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Javier Trevino used to think. Particularly herbal tea - no caffeine to get his hands shaking while he was working as an air traffic controller in Mayport Naval Station or to kepp him awake at night. ( read the full article)

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National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month Calendar of Events

Each September, the State of Hawai'i joins the rest of our nation in observing National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month in order to celebrate those who have overcome addictions, as well as to honor the individuals and organizations who have helped them achieve their goal and encourage others in need to seek assistance. This year, we specifically recognize and thank the many valuable recovery support programs statewide.


August 2008

Lt. Governor Aiona and MADD-Hawai`i countered claims by more than 100 college presidents and chancellors that federal lawmakers should consider lowering the legal drinking age from 21 to 18. (read the full article)

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www.jointogether.org
August 21, 2008

An undercover operation conducted as part of research sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Substance Abuse Prevention and Research Program (SAPRP) found that apparently underage and intoxicated fans have a relatively easy time purchasing alcohol at professional sports events. ( Read More)


By Alice Turner, eFluxMedia
August 23, 2008

A recent poll by Nationwide Insurance has found that Americans oppose lowering the minimum drinking age from 21 to 18, as it is in basically all developed countries, by a large margin. An overwhelming majority of 78 percent of Americans are against such a change in current laws. Also, it appears that parents are so polarized against the proposal that they will likely not vote for a state representative who supports lowering the legal drinking age. ( Read more)